Serving 408 students in grades 6-8, Gilbert Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Iowa for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 93% (which is higher than the Iowa state average of 70%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Iowa state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Iowa state average of 30% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in IA
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Gilbert Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Gilbert, IA school district, covering approximately 49 square miles. Families typically experience a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 4.1 miles and the furthest edge extending to 6.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gilbert Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Iowa for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gilbert Middle School's student population of 408 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gilbert Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,223 schools in Iowa (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gilbert Middle School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#14 out of 1223 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
68%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
70%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Asian
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Black
2%
7%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 19-year historical data
White
85%
70%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 16-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
24.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 19-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gilbert Middle School's ranking?
Gilbert Middle School is ranked #14 out of 1,223 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Iowa.
What schools are Gilbert Middle School often compared to?
Gilbert Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ames Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% IA state average), while 93% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 70% IA state average).
How many students attend Gilbert Middle School?
408 students attend Gilbert Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Gilbert Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gilbert Middle School?
Gilbert Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Iowa state average of 14:1.
What grades does Gilbert Middle School offer ?
Gilbert Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gilbert Middle School part of?
Gilbert Middle School is part of Gilbert Comm School District.
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